{"title":"Hou po","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"chest-relief","title":"Chest Relief","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasional discomfort in the chest and dryness in the throat can linger. When External Invasion of Wind, Heat, Cold or Dampness accumulates in the chest, this disrupts the descending and dispersing functions of the Lung and it is important to restore the proper downward movement of the Qi. Prolonged stagnation of Lung Qi can result in the depletion of Moisture, leading to Dryness. Because the Lung abhors dryness, it is often necessary to replenish Moisture. Reinforcing the Qi and Moisture of the Lung supports a healthy respiratory system, provides for adequate lubricating secretions and robust Defensive \u003cem\u003e(Wei) \u003c\/em\u003eQi (or immunity).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 24\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 25\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRATIONALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo secretion, Polygala root, Trichosanthes seed, Zhejiang fritillary bulb, honey fried Stemona root, licorice cured Pinellia rhizome, Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit, Magnolia bark, Perilla fruit, White mulberry leaf, Ginger rhizome and Platycodon root transform and dispel Phlegm, moisten Dryness, alleviate occasional stuffiness in the chest and support easy expectoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrichosanthes seed, Bamboo secretion, Scrophularia root and Chinese skullcap root dispel Phlegm Heat, soothe the throat and chest. Bamboo secretion, Scrophularia root and Polygala root calm the \u003cem\u003ePo \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eShen \u003c\/em\u003ethat become agitated when Phlegm and Heat pervade the Upper Burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLicorice cured Pinellia rhizome, Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit, Magnolia bark, Perilla fruit, dry fried Bitter orange immature fruit and Platycodon root dispel Phlegm as well as redirect the rebellious Qi downward, which settles the Stomach. While the Stomach and Spleen are the source of Phlegm, the Lung is its receptacle. Poria and Chinese licorice root and rhizome enhance the protective and harmonizing action of the herbs upon both the digestive and respiratory systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite mulberry leaf and Schisandra fruit purge External Wind and consolidate the Lung and Defensive Qi \u003cem\u003e(Wei)\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of the herbs in the formula are cooling, so the addition of Ginger rhizome prevents overcooling, especially of the Spleen and Lung, as well as helps to transform Phlegm and disperse stagnant Qi and Moisture. Another warm-natured herb, Schizandra fruit generates fluids by securing the Qi and Yin of the Lung and Kidney, assists in rectifying the Lung Qi by reinforcing the anchoring function of the Kidney and quiets the \u003cem\u003eShen\u003c\/em\u003e\/ Mind by harmonizing the Heart and Kidney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly, White peony root, Poria, Aromatic Solomon’s seal rhizome and Pseudostellaria root replenish Blood, Moisture and Qi and, along with Chinese licorice root and rhizome plus Chinese skullcap root, Heat is completely cleared and harmony ensues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"04-GW-chest","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44843194876222,"sku":"CR1","price":18.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843194908990,"sku":"CR2","price":34.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843194941758,"sku":"CR4","price":62.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44841475539262,"sku":"CR8","price":116.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Gentle_Warriors_Chest_Relief_Extract.png?v=1677647607"},{"product_id":"disperse-qi","title":"Disperse Qi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe unimpeded flow of Qi is said to be the root of health, and any impediment to its flow can become the basis of many patterns of disharmony. Qi is the dynamic organizing force: it shapes the organism and governs the rhythm of body processes. When Qi becomes congested, the smooth, pulsatory movement of the viscera is altered, and the free and easy circulation of Moisture and Blood is hampered. Thwarted or obstructed Qi may quickly devolve into stagnation of Moisture and Blood and, if prolonged, depletion of Qi, Moisture and Blood will ensue. Disordered movement of Qi will undermine the harmonious function of the Organs (\u003cem\u003eZang Fu\u003c\/em\u003e), Channels (\u003cem\u003eJing Luo) \u003c\/em\u003eand Three Burners (\u003cem\u003eSan Jiao\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince many supplementing herbs are viscous, dense and difficult to digest, they can cause congestion, particularly of the Spleen and Stomach. Herbs that disperse Qi are often essential adjuncts to tonifying formulas to prevent stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisperse Qi\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitates the upward and downward, inward and outward circulation of Qi that ensures the equitable distribution of Moisture and Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRATIONALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnalyzed in relation to the Three Burners, Platycodon root and Perilla fruit help to expand and relax the chest and throat, dispel phlegm, and promote the downward movement of Lung Qi. Magnolia bark harmonizes the interaction between the Middle and Upper Burners by countering the reflux of Stomach Qi, moving digestate downward and assisting the action of Perilla fruit upon the descending Qi of the Lung. Tangerine dried rind of green fruit, Bitter orange mature fruit and dry fried Barley sprout decongest the Qi of the Spleen and Stomach, allowing pure Qi and Moisture to rise, and coarse Qi and digestate to descend. Prepared Cyperus rhizome, Saussurea root and Tangerine dried rind of green fruit harmonize the interaction of the Spleen, Stomach and Liver, while supporting rhythmic peristalsis of the gallbladder, pancreas and intestines, as well as the smooth contractions of the uterus. Chinese amomum fruit dispels Cold and warms the Qi of the Lower and Middle Burners, while Coptis rhizome dispels the Heat and Dampness that arises from stagnant Qi and Moisture. Together, these herbs promote the free flow of Qi and harmonize the interaction of the Three Burners and their respective viscera.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"06-CM-dispe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44843203330366,"sku":"DQ1","price":13.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Chinese_Modular_Solutions_Disperse_Qi_Extract.png?v=1677647692"},{"product_id":"early-comfort","title":"Early Comfort","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly Comfort is a very useful formula for an impressive variety of digestive and gastrointestinal disharmonies. Originally recorded in the famous dictionary, Imperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping Era (Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang), it is very useful for Triple Burner (San jiao) imbalances, with accumulation of Dampness throughout the San jiao, leading to a slowing of metabolism, heaviness and a loss of the transportation and transformation (Yun hua) of food and fluids due to decreased functioning of the Spleen and Triple Burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHYSICAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternally contracted Wind Cold, either from sudden weather changes in the warm season, air conditioning, swimming or cold food and drink that blocks the surface and Defensive \u003cem\u003e(Wei) \u003c\/em\u003eQi. At the same time, there is internal Damp accumulation from seasonal Qi (late Summer Heat and Dampness), damage from cold or spoiled food and drink or weak Spleen-\u003cem\u003eSan Jiao \u003c\/em\u003efunction. The surface Wind Cold exacerbates the internal Damp accumulation, leading to temporary bloating, nausea, aversion to food, a loss of taste, stuffy chest and a greasy tongue coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003eis a valuable ally when one is exposed to questionable water and food or when traveling in foreign lands, as it adjusts the Spleen and \u003cem\u003eSan Jiao \u003c\/em\u003eQi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePSYCHOLOGICAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a primarily salutary formula against external invasions of Wind Cold, psychological indications are generally side-effects of the above-mentioned patterns. They may include occasional lethargy, apathy to daily affairs, clouded thinking and sometimes mild depression, or an all-pervading feeling of stagnation affecting one’s mental and emotional outlook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San) \u003c\/em\u003ewas originated in 1151 C.E. and published in the encyclopedia \u003cem\u003eImperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping Era (Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang)\u003c\/em\u003e. It was further modified by Wu Ju-Tong in his \u003cem\u003eSystematic Differentiation (Wen Bing Tiao Bian)\u003c\/em\u003e, written in 1798. Modifications to this formula are based on discussions in this book, which lists five modifications of “Agastache Powder to Rectify the Qi” \u003cem\u003e(Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San)\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAreca has been deleted, and Dry fried barley sprout and Medicated leaven have been added to strengthen the Spleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE HERBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatchouli herb \u003c\/strong\u003earomatically transforms Dampness, releases the exterior and dispels Summer Heat. It is especially useful for transforming Dampness that is obstructing the Middle Burner. It is spicy, aromatic and slightly warm, and enters the Lung, Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerilla leaf \u003c\/strong\u003edisperses Wind and Cold and promotes the descending and dispersing of the Lung Qi. It also descends Stomach Qi. It is warm and pungent, entering the Lung and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTangerine dried rind of mature fruit \u003c\/strong\u003enormalizes the Qi flow, regulates the Middle Burner and dries Dampness. It is warm, pungent and slightly bitter, and enters the Lung and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite atractylodes rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis a major herb to strengthen the Spleen and Stomach, harmonize the Middle Burner and transform Dampness. It aromatically awakens the Spleen to perform its function of transformation and transportation \u003cem\u003e(Yun hua)\u003c\/em\u003e. It is warm, bitter and sweet. It enters the Heart, Spleen, Stomach and Triple Burner meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnolia bark \u003c\/strong\u003eis a major herb for regulating the Qi, warming the Middle Burner, drying Damp and dispelling accumulation. It supports healthy digestive function. It is warm, bitter and pungent, entering the Spleen, Stomach and Large Intestine meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger cured Pinellia rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis used in this formula to dry Dampness and transform Phlegm. It is a valuable herb when Dampness and Phlegm “gunk up the works,” leading to loss of clarity in thinking and action. It is warm, dry and pungent, and enters the Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoria \u003c\/strong\u003emildly strengthens the Spleen and dispels Damp through the urine. It protects the Spleen and Stomach, mildly tonifies the Qi, and aids in releasing Dampness from the system. It will help balance out the moisture of the body, supporting normal urinary function. It is bland, mildly sweet and neutral. It enters the Heart, Spleen and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant angelica root \u003c\/strong\u003edries Damp and aromatically invigorates the Spleen. It is warm and pungent, entering the Lung, Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaussurea root \u003c\/strong\u003eis a Qi regulator that warms the Middle Burner and harmonizes the Stomach and Intestines. Its aromatic quality is soothing and dispels turbidity, restoring clarity to both thought and action. It is warm, bitter, pungent and aromatic. It enters the Lung, Liver and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003ewarms the Middle Burner and dispels Cold. Ginger rhizome is very warm and pungent, entering the Spleen, Stomach and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry fried Barley sprout \u003c\/strong\u003edisperses stagnant food, harmonizes and supplements the Middle Burner and promotes Qi flow. It relieves the sensation of distention and fullness in the abdomen. It is slightly warm and mildly sweet. It enters the Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicated leaven \u003c\/strong\u003estrengthens and supplements the Spleen and Stomach and supports digestion. It is warm, sweet and pungent, entering the Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"01-KH-early","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44843204477246,"sku":"EC1","price":15.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843204608318,"sku":"EC120","price":25.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843204510014,"sku":"EC2","price":30.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":61482968220018,"sku":"EC300","price":58.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":61482968252786,"sku":"EC60","price":13.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843204542782,"sku":"EC8","price":102.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Herbals_Early_Comfort_Extract.png?v=1677647712"},{"product_id":"grow-and-thrive","title":"Grow and Thrive","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow and Thrive is a nutritive tonic that has food-based ingredients. It is an impressive formula because of its dual action as both nourishing itself while at the same time strengthening the capacity of the Spleen and Stomach to digest and assimilate food. Grow and Thrive fosters robust growth by supporting the adequate assimilation and smooth passage of food through the digestive tract. This formula supports the Spleen, Lung and Kidneys, harmonizes the Stomach and secures prenatal and postnatal Essence, supporting healthy growth and development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 32\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 32\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderlying most of the challenges facing infants and young children is the immaturity of their digestive functions. After breathing, the second act that a newborn baby engages in is to suckle the mother’s breast. The sucking response activates the entire digestive tube from the lips to the anus, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two fundamental insufficiencies that underlie the evolution of all disharmonies of Yin and Yang, Qi and Blood, \u003cem\u003eShen \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eJing\u003c\/em\u003e, and they are deficits of prenatal and postnatal Qi. Our endowment of Original Qi (prenatal) is one over which there is little, if any, control. But the capacity to generate sufficient or even a surplus of Acquired Qi (postnatal) is a consequence of the child’s constitutional endowment combined with parental behavior and the environment that one enters from the moment of birth. This is why it is so important to preserve and protect the fragile integrity of a child’s stomach and intestines during the first year of life and until age seven or eight, at which time the permanent teeth appear, marking, according to the \u003cem\u003eNei Jing\u003c\/em\u003e, the completion of the first stage of the life cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese Herbology, the early life of the child is dominated by the activity of the Middle Burner: the Qi of the Spleen and Stomach. Until a child is about one year of age, he or she is mostly Stomach – a small, jolly, energetic eating machine. As this Middle Burner-dominated being grows beyond the first year, Upper and Lower Burner functions awaken, such as manipulating, exploring walking and talking. But all these behaviors develop from the center: the Spleen-Stomach and Middle Burner. \u003cstrong\u003eGrow \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eand Thrive \u003c\/strong\u003esupports the vigor and capacity of the Lung, Heart, Kidney and Liver Networks, which depend upon the postnatal Qi generated by the Spleen and Stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the Nutritive Qi \u003cem\u003e(Ying) \u003c\/em\u003egenerated by the Spleen Network is the basis of the Defensive Qi \u003cem\u003e(Wei)\u003c\/em\u003e, disruption of Stomach Qi will lead to weakened resistance to external influences such as Heat, Cold and Wind \u003cem\u003e(Wai Yin \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eWai Xie)\u003c\/em\u003e. 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Also, Chinese yam rhizome, Hyacinth bean, dry fried Kudzu root, Phragmites rhizome and Job’s tears seed protect against the external invasions of Wind, Damp and Summer Heat to which children are prone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFennel fruit, charred Chinese hawthorn fruit, Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit, Radish seed, Magnolia bark and Platycodon root support digestion, support a healthy peristalsis, dissipate Dampness and stagnant Qi (air).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough this is not a formula that will over-stimulate the gut, the combination of the Qi dispersing herbs with the moistening herb Lycium fruit will support healthy bowel function when it is occasionally inhibited by food stagnation or dryness of the colon. 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Irritease harmonizes the Liver and Spleen, strengthens the Spleen, tonifies Qi, transforms Dampness, clears Heat and regulates the Middle Burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIrritease\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses a Liver Spleen disharmony, with Damp Heat in the Stomach and Intestines. In this pattern, the constrained Liver Qi causes stagnation and oppression that leads to Spleen Qi deficiency. Due to the deficiency of Spleen Qi, Dampness accumulates in the Middle and Lower Burners, obstructing the transformative action of the Yang Qi and, over time, transforming into Damp Heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the traditional formula, Tong Xie Yao Feng, four herbs were retained. White atractylodes rhizome strengthens the Spleen and dries Dampness, and White peony root softens the overactive Liver and eases stagnation. Together they restrain the Liver and tonify the Spleen, helping to stop stagnation while addressing occasional loose bowels. Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit harmonizes the Middle Burner and transforms Dampness, supporting the actions of White atractylodes rhizome. Siler root dispels Wind Cold and Wind Damp. It enters the Liver and Spleen channels, focusing the actions of the other herbs on these two organs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCodonopsis root and Plantain seed are classical modifications of this formula. Codonopsis root addresses severe Qi deficiency. With Poria, it addresses Spleen and Stomach deficiency, and with White atractylodes rhizome, it strengthens the Spleen. Plantain seed supports healthy urination, binds the stools, separates the clear and turbid fluids and guides Damp Heat downward to be released through the urine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe emperor herb from Agastache Powder to Rectify the Qi, Patchouli herb, disperses Wind Cold, transforms turbid Dampness and revives the Spleen. Magnolia bark promotes proper movement of Qi and water metabolism and Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit regulates the Qi, transforms Dampness and harmonizes the Middle Burner. Fragrant angelica root helps dispel externally contracted Cold, relieving stagnation and expelling Dampness. Poria, together with White atractylodes rhizome, strengthens the Spleen and transforms Dampness. Prepared Ginger rhizome warms and protects the Middle. Honey fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome strongly tonifies the Middle, augments the Heart and Spleen Qi and harmonizes the properties of the other herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaussurea root, a classical addition for both formulas, promotes the flow of Qi, dispels stagnation and strengthens the Spleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, modern modifications were made and several herbs were added to the overall formula. Capillaris herb, Phellodendron bark, Coptis rhizome, and Chinese ash bark were added to clear Damp Heat. Capillaris herb clears Heat and resolves Dampness. Phellodendron bark drains Damp Heat from the Lower Burner. 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Each organ has a specific directional flow of Qi; Stomach Qi descends to send impurities downward, while Spleen Qi ascends to nourish the Heart and Lungs. The flow of Liver Qi is unique in that its normal direction moves upward, outward and in all directions. Of all the various Liver functions, the most important is to ensure the smooth flow of Qi throughout the body. When the Qi mechanism is disrupted, it can result in Qi stagnation and\/or rebellious Qi. This in turn triggers an overactive Liver invading the Stomach and\/or Spleen, causing digestive imbalances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e contains herbs that strongly regulate and move the Qi. White peony root, the chief herb in this formula, tonifies Liver Blood, calms and curbs Liver Yang and alleviates stagnation. Prepared Cyperus rhizome spreads and regulates Liver Qi, invigorates Stomach Qi, regulates menstruation and alleviates stagnation. Bupleurum root and Tangerine dried rind of green fruit release Heat in the muscle layers, raise the clear Qi of the Stomach and Gallbladder, spread Liver Qi, break up stagnant Liver Qi, and relieve constraint. Finger citron strengthens the Spleen, transforms Phlegm, and harmonizes the Middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTangerine dried rind of mature fruit and Magnolia bark promote the flow of Qi in the Middle Burner and direct it downward, move Spleen and Stomach Qi, reduce Phlegm, and disperse fullness. They combines with dry fried Bitter orange immature fruit and Sandalwood to promote the flow of Qi and alleviate stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaussurea root and Chinese amomum fruit promote the movement of Qi, and dispel stagnation in the Spleen, Stomach, and Intestines, strengthen the Spleen, and warm the Middle Burner. 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When rebellious Qi rises, fluids are not properly transformed and transported, leading to the accumulation of Phlegm in the throat and chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept of Phlegm not only encompasses the tangible substance derived from accumulated mucous secretions, but also a more insubstantial form which lodges in the channels and can lead to accumulations and, in the case of Plum Pit Qi, emotional disturbances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlum Pit Qi\u003c\/strong\u003e moves stagnant Qi, transforms Phlegm and accumulation, redirects rebellious Qi downward, and soothes the emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLicorice cured Pinellia rhizome and Magnolia bark are the chief herbs in this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLicorice cured Pinellia rhizome addresses the major aspects of this pattern; it dries Dampness, transforms Phlegm, dissipates accumulations, directs rebellious Qi downward, and harmonizes the Stomach. 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When the Spleen’s energy is weak, or becomes sluggish or stagnant, the basic digestive activities of life become impaired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the Spleen activity is said to build the muscles and flesh, this preparation is generally useful in giving strength to the limbs and for creating more endurance and physical strength. \u003cstrong\u003eProsperous Farmer \u003c\/strong\u003epotentiates the energy inherent in food and, in so doing, addresses occasional tiredness, fatigue and weakness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePSYCHOLOGICAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePsychologically, \u003cstrong\u003eProsperous Farmer \u003c\/strong\u003eworks in two ways. First, when the Earth energy is weak, one feels unable to move or get involved with self or others. 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Numerous options, rather than serving as possibilities for growth, become a cause of indecision and lack of clarity, nurturing capacities become an excuse for being a victim, dependability becomes an inability to discern or think critically and stability becomes stagnation. All of these situations are also addressed by the \u003cstrong\u003eProsperous Farmer \u003c\/strong\u003eformula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpleen types are often good at “being present,” but can easily lose the ability to be either firm or moving. They can see the many, but often have trouble seeing the one. 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The core formula is the “Soup of the Four Gentlemen” \u003cem\u003e(Si Jun Zi Tang)\u003c\/em\u003e, compounded by Dr. Chen Shi-Wen in his \u003cem\u003eProfessional and Popular Formulas from the Taiping Era \u003c\/em\u003e(1151 A.D.). Its major focus was tonifying the Spleen Qi and eliminating Dampness, but there have been many modifications to the original preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most famous change was the “Soup of the Six Gentlemen” \u003cem\u003e(Liu Jun Zi Tang)\u003c\/em\u003e, from Xue Ji’s Ming Dynasty annotations of Chen Zi-Ming’s \u003cem\u003eComplete Book of Good Formulas for Women \u003c\/em\u003e(1237 A.D.). Zhang Jie-Bin, the Ming Dynasty scholar, created another famous version in 1624\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA.D. The early Qing scholar, Zhang Lu-Zhuan also had a version in 1695 A.D., as did Wu Qian, the compiler of the \u003cem\u003eGolden Mirror \u003c\/em\u003e(1742 A.D.). Examining this historical unfolding and reflecting on our own experience in an industrial and post-industrial setting, we have continued to fine-tune this important traditional formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original “Four Gentlemen” are Chinese red ginseng root and rhizome, White atractylodes rhizome, Poria and Chinese licorice root and rhizome. Xue Ji added Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit and Ginger cured pinellia rhizome to create “Soup of the Six Gentlemen.” We have also adopted Zhang Jie-Bin’s use of the Chinese amomum fruit and Ginger rhizome, Zheng Lu-Zhuan’s use of Saussurea root and Wu Qian’s use of Astragalus root and Magnolia bark, as well as our own additions of Chinese yam rhizome and Chinese hawthorn fruit to further enhance this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE HERBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite atractylodes rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis used to tonify the Spleen and benefit the Qi. It is used for all patterns of deficient Spleen energy. White atractylodes rhizome has a second property that makes it ideal for this formulation: besides strengthening the Spleen, it dries Dampness and assists bogged-down transformative energy. It increases clarity and precision so that things can be kept in place or allowed to move as needed. It is sweet, bitter and warm, and enters the Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoria \u003c\/strong\u003eis a crucial ingredient in this formula and is used to both eliminate accumulated Dampness and to tonify the Spleen’s transforming energy. It is one of the main drying herbs and is also used to clarify and create stability (different from stagnation). Poria is commonly used for occasional insomnia, muddled thinking, dim-wittedness and ponderous or obsessive thoughts. It is sweet, insipid and neutral in temperature, and enters many meridians, including the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, Lung and Kidney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstragalus root \u003c\/strong\u003eis a crucial herb for stabilizing what needs to be firm and activating what needs to be dynamic. It is used to strengthen the Spleen and tonify the Qi. It is sweet and slightly warm, and enters the Spleen and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger cured Pinellia rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis the main Chinese herb for drying Dampness, eliminating Phlegm and removing sluggishness and floundering. It is always indicated when there is a thickly coated tongue, and is also commonly used for mental turbidness, dullness, lack of firmness, sluggishness or lack of self-respect. It is acrid and warm, and enters the Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese yam rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis commonly used to tonify the Spleen and benefit the transforming powers of the body. It also tonifies and moistens the Lung and Spleen, and prevents the rest of the formula from being excessively drying. It can help one recover from an occasional worn and beaten mental state. 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